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carry on

[kar-ee-on, -awn] / ˈkær iˌɒn, -ˌɔn /






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But investors will be happy to carry on loading up on stocks as long as it remains clear the AI boom is boosting listed companies’ top and bottom lines.

From Barron's • May 29, 2026

Americans carry, on average, about $6,500 to $6,700 in credit-card debt, according to credit-reporting agencies.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 29, 2026

Although it was Harding’s first visit to the center, he already has plans to carry on Dudamel’s legacy, promising the assembled team, “You won’t be able to get rid of me.”

From Los Angeles Times • May 28, 2026

"We wanted to prove to the world that Liverpool could carry on without the amazing manager Klopp," said Robertson.

From BBC • May 23, 2026

He dresses in black too, knows how to stay on course, never surrender, remain calm, and carry on.

From "Saints and Misfits" by S.K. Ali




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